Go one better than carrying around a pocketful of batteries by toting this portable power station. It uses the sun's rays to charge anything from a laptop to your iPod.

Mugs' game

Selector Mug

www.crazyaboutgadgets.com

Ever get to the coffee machine with a trayful of cups and forget what everybody wanted? Twist the rings on these nifty mugs and they give you a reminder so that all you have to remember is to get the biscuts.

Safety light

Flaresafe

www.firebrands.com

This combined torch, panic alarm and smoke detector means you can stay in the dingiest hotel without worrying about nasty surprises. Doesn't do room service, though.

Lost & phoned

Nokia N95

www.nokia.co.uk

Here's the phone that thinks it's a satnav. It will download maps for free covering more than 100 countries, and they come complete with tourist info so even if you don't speak the language, you won't get lost.

Good in-tent

One Earth Tepee Tent

www.millets.co.uk

Look the part this summer when you camp out in this earth-friendly tent. It's made from biodegradable cotton, so you get back to nature with a clear conscience.